A woman's confidence in her own irresistibility begins with a beautiful face. Staying attractive isn't just important when you're young. Over the years, taking care of your appearance does not lose its importance. However, after 40-50 years, other tasks are set. In adulthood, the desire to get rid of "crow's feet" and wrinkles on the face comes to the fore. Why does beauty disappear with age? These are the consequences:
- lack of sleep and stress, unbearable loads,
- years of bad habits
- malnutrition, use of harmful products,
- constant influence of external factors,
- internal changes, especially hormonal disorders,
- loss of the skin's ability to retain moisture
- deterioration of blood microcirculation,
- slowing down the process of cell regeneration.
Unfortunately, this is all inevitable. But you cannot be inactive. A wise approach in the fight against old age will push it away for many years. So which weapon to choose?
Essential oil is a product of natural origin. It is an ingredient used in homemade beauty recipes or sought after in anti-aging cosmetics. A few drops of essential oil applied to the skin can do wonders.
How to choose a base ingredient
To prevent the active ingredient from damaging the skin, mix it with a base essential oil. When choosing the latter, an individual approach plays an important role, so consider your skin type:
- for normal, jojoba, almond, macadamia oil is suitable (you can also freely experiment, but avoid too thick and heavy liquids),
- for dried use olive or avocado oil,
- for fat, a substance obtained from apricot kernels has proven itself well,
- for acne-prone, try hemp or argan varieties,
- with increased sensitivity and frequent inflammation, argan or coconut oil is suitable.
Frankincense: recipes for rejuvenating masks
Such masks are necessary during aging, because the composition of the liquid approaches sebum. Over the years, its production slows down, and the integument does not get enough moisture. Here's how to fix the problem:
- Because jojoba extract is mild, you can use it for under-eye wrinkles without diluting it. Treat problem areas with light taps, let the substance absorb, and remove the residue with a napkin (don't rub the skin, but attach the cloth to the face).
- The oil will also replace your regular makeup remover. Wipe your face with a slightly moistened pad when removing make-up and do not rinse the substance with water. Thanks to its light texture, it will not leave a greasy feeling, and prolonged exposure during the night will give the cells the right substances.
- It happens that age brings not only wrinkles on the face, but also hormonal problems. As a result, adult women suffer from acne and rashes, which can be reduced by using a natural remedy. You will need 1 tsp. honey, 2 drops of lemon juice, 8 crushed strawberries and 1 tsp. jojoba oil. Mix the ingredients, treat the skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. The components will saturate the skin with moisture, whiten age spots and prevent acne, acting antibacterially.
The tool is used even for the skin around the eyes from wrinkles, and this area is characterized by increased sensitivity. Apply it gently, gently massage and grab the neck area. For quick results, repeat the process every night.
Owners of old and dry skin will benefit from a moisturizing cream. It consists of:
- 1 tsp main component
- 1 tsp of asparagus oil,
- 2 tsp olive oil.
Mix the ingredients and use the mixture instead of night cream: 2-3 drops will be enough. Essential oils are good for the skin around the eyes, because due to the lack of sebaceous glands, it should be especially saturated with moisture.
A cream based on pomegranate seed products is suitable for sensitive skin covered with a network of wrinkles. For 2 teaspoons. add 3 teaspoons of the product. melted and cooled shea butter, 2 tsp. rose water and crushed pulp of half a medium aloe leaf. Mix the ingredients in a blender until the mixture has a creamy consistency. Using this cream after removing make-up will stop inflammation, hydrate the skin and get rid of signs of aging.
The medicine obtained from frankincense will restore smoothness to the skin and deal with age spots. If the complexion has become uneven over the years, and the resulting wrinkles are noticeable, then use frankincense oil.
It has the following effect:
- restores cells and protects against damage,
- reduces breakouts,
- eliminates stretched pores and wrinkles.
Frankincense essential oils are especially good for the skin around the eyes because they restore lost elasticity. As a base, use the substance obtained from jojoba (2 tablespoons), to which add 6 drops of the main ingredient. Be sure to do a tolerance test first, otherwise you risk skin irritation.
Regular use will improve skin tone and elasticity. Treat the area under the eyes every night, and the result will be visible in a couple of months.
Cream is the most common cosmetic form that girls use for wrinkles. Today, literally every manufacturer offers a choice between several anti-aging series. In the fight against the signs of aging, girls usually do not spare money, and retailers understand this. Thus, products with extracts of gold, pearls, and stem cells appear on the shelves. . . But what are the advantages and disadvantages of such products?
- Suitable for use. By buying an anti-aging cream, you eliminate additional hassles. Nothing should be mixed, combined, enriched and then washed off. Opened the tube and lingered on the wrinkles.
- It costs dearly. A really effective, good tool will cost a pretty penny. At the same time, such products are usually packaged in small containers, so you will have to renew the tube about once a month.
- Addiction. According to reviews, skin aging products quickly become addictive, so after 3-5 months you will have to take a break and choose a new anti-aging series.
- It works on the surface. The cream does not solve the mentioned problems at a deep level, but only masks the problems. Long-term use of such cosmetics will hide small wrinkles, but you will not be able to get rid of deep grooves.
- Contains chemical additives. When cosmetics are produced on an industrial scale, synthetic components are simply irreplaceable. They are needed for the "correct" color, smell, consistency, and also for a long shelf life.
Store cream does not give immunity to the skin. The tool "works" exactly until you stop using it. The cream does not prevent the appearance of new wrinkles and does not "fill" the skin with strength and anti-aging potential.
Contraindications for use
Since natural oils are substances whose active ingredients are in high concentration, it is recommended to dilute them before applying them to delicate facial skin. Failure to follow this advice is fraught with unpleasant consequences.
There are other rules for using such funds:
- it is necessary to perform a cosmetic procedure in the evening, which is preceded by cleansing, toning, moisturizing the skin with creams, serums, tonics,
- Before applying the product, the skin should be moistened with clean water,
- the concentration is calculated based on the type of skin (4-5 drops are taken for dry, 2-3 for normal, 1-2 for oily),
- to achieve optimal results, the course of using the funds lasts a maximum of two months with the frequency of procedures twice a week.
Despite the fact that essential oils are a natural gift of nature, and their use rarely causes allergies, they still have contraindications.
The most important contraindication for the use of ether is pregnancy, as many oils can cause miscarriage or harm the baby. The most dangerous for the fertilized organism are:
- cypress oil,
- lavender,
- sage,
- Melissa,
- fennel,
- marjoram.
And this is still not a complete list. Although you can read recommendations about aromatherapy during pregnancy in many sources, it is better not to risk it. With a great desire to use aroma oils, it is necessary to consult a doctor. During breastfeeding, the use of esters is also contraindicated.
Regardless of a woman's position, no one is immune from one contraindication - this is the body's personal intolerance. Ether can be ideal for one person and simply harmful to another.
Individual intolerance can be to any ester, its symptoms are easy to recognize:
- headache or tinnitus,
- increased heart rate,
- difficulty breathing.
It is not recommended to use essential oils in relation to children, because they affect the hormonal background of the body, and it is better not to joke with it.
In principle, these are all contraindications, but you must also know the safety rules when using esters.
Before using an essential oil, no matter what, you need to do a skin test to make sure there is no allergy. The easiest way is to drop a 5% ether solution on the inside of the hand, if there is no redness after half an hour, you can safely use it.
When using essential oils, follow these guidelines:
- Be sure to test for an allergic reaction.
- Do not use essential oils in their pure form, use only base oils without additional ingredients.
- Any oil with daily use, do not use for more than 21 days. Then take a break of 7-14 days.
- Some esters are phototoxic. Do not use them before going out in the sun, so as not to cause burns.
- Protect eyes and mucous membranes from oil.
- If you have a chronic illness or are pregnant, discuss essential oil use with your doctor.
Recipes for wrinkles based on essential oils for the face
Among the various recipes with the inclusion of anti-wrinkle facial oils, you need to choose several options that are most suitable for your skin type. Only in this case you can count on the long-awaited effect of rejuvenation without unwanted consequences.
Moisturizing mask with jojoba
The mask saturates the cells of the dermis with moisture, nourishes it, cleans the pores, relieves acne, and smooths facial and aging wrinkles.
To prepare it, you need to make a decoction of chamomile (1 tablespoon of dry mixture per 100 ml of water), strain, strain. Then mix it with a teaspoon of jojoba oil. It is also recommended to add a few drops of fresh juice from aloe leaves.
Regenerating mask with peach
Castor oil and essential oil of juicy ripe peaches are combined in the same ratio. Heat the resulting mixture in a water bath for a few minutes, then spread it over the eyelids and the entire face with your fingertips.
The procedure should be done before going to bed, you cannot wash after it. During the night, oils saturate the skin well, regenerate it, smooth out wrinkles and increase elasticity.
Nourishing mask with castor oil
Thick cream (2 tablespoons) is mixed with castor oil (1 tablespoon). Everything is mixed well. It is enough to keep the mask on for 10 minutes. Carrying out the procedure 2-3 times a week will not only save a woman from mimic and age wrinkles on the eyelids, but also forget about dark circles under the eyes in the morning.
Toning mask with olive
In a deep bowl, liquid honey and olive oil are mixed in the same ratio (1 tablespoon each). Then chicken yolk is added there, after which the mixture is mixed well.
The mask is applied with fingers in a thin layer, distributed over the face. The cosmetic procedure should be done 3 times a week for a month.
Anti-wrinkle mask with almonds
Almond essential oil (5-6 drops) should be mixed with avocado pulp (2 tablespoons). The slurry is thoroughly mixed, and then spread on the lower eyelids, the area around the eyes.
The mask is kept for 10 minutes and then washed off with cold water. With each procedure performed, wrinkles will be less noticeable.
Refreshing mask with almonds
In a deep plate, mix fresh almond oil (1 teaspoon), liquid honey (2 tablespoons), and chicken yolks. The product is mixed well, rubbed into the skin of the eyelids with massaging movements, and then all over the face. After 5 minutes, the mask should be washed off.
Nourishing mask with wild rose
The mask nourishes the dermis, evens out its tone, maintains moisture balance and smoothes wrinkles. For cooking, you need to take any baby cream (10 - 20 grams) and mix 3 drops of rosehip oil into it. The product should be spread over the face and eyelids 15 minutes before going to bed.
Cosmetologists suggest you try these simple but effective recipes with esters against wrinkles.
A simple recipe for smoothing mimic wrinkles
Add three drops of orange oil and one drop of neroli to one teaspoon of argan oil.
A blend of oils with essential oils from the network of wrinkles around the eyes
In a small dark glass bottle, pour the basic component - two tablespoons of cocoa butter (previously melted in a water bath), on top of them - 2 tablespoons. almond oil. Measure four-five drops of sandalwood and lavender oil, two drops of rose and neroli oil, add to the base, shake, leave for at least one day in a dark place. Such a wonderful composition is ready from the first cobwebs around the eyes!
Apply every morning (but not under make-up) and before going to bed, one hour before going to bed. After some time, remove the excess oil with a dry cloth.
Anti-aging cream with essential oils for deep wrinkles on the face
Take 25 ml of peach pit oil, add beeswax and solid coconut oil - 15 grams each. Dissolve the resulting mixture in a water bath. Whisk lightly.
Add aroma components to the cooled mass: six drops of neroli, four drops of patchouli and ylang-ylang.
Deep nourishing face mask
In a small glass bowl, mix well three teaspoons of honey with one tablespoon of low-fat cream. Measure and add the essential ingredients in order to the mixture: four drops of rose oil and three drops of frankincense.
Apply only to previously cleansed or steamed skin! After 15 minutes you can wash off.
With the use of esters, you can prepare antiaging skin care products at home. A few ideas about this are worth considering.
Take a couple of spoons of boiled water and add 2-3 drops of ready-made ether as desired.
Contraindications
In order to avoid such consequences, it is recommended to carry out a verification test. Before the first use of a certain type of cosmetic oil, a small amount is applied to the skin of the wrist with massaging movements. If an allergy to the product does not appear after one day, you can use the oil for wrinkles around the eyes and for sensitive facial skin.
This component rarely causes allergies. However, there are still contraindications. It is not worth experimenting with pregnant women, nor with nursing mothers. Individual intolerance is also possible - no one is immune from that. What is good for some may not be good for others. This applies not only to essential oils, but also to other cosmetics.
Many essential oils for the face can be used against wrinkles. But to achieve the maximum effect from the use of oil, an individual approach is required. After all, what works for one woman may not work for another.